Is Moores Crossing safe?
Austin, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Moores Crossing as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Moores Crossing
“Go, but know that it is purely a suburban residential subdivision rather than a tourist destination. The neighborhood is generally safe, calm, and family-oriented, with relatively low rates of violent crime. Most visitors will only find themselves here when visiting friends or family, or using it as a quiet base near the airport and McKinney Falls State Park.”
About the area
Moores Crossing is a quiet, master-planned residential community located in southeast Austin just south of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Built predominantly in the early 2000s, it consists largely of single-family homes, local green spaces, and community amenities. It offers a low-key suburban setting with quick highway access to the rest of the Austin metro area.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
- Suburban
Walking and biking in Moores Crossing
Walk score: 14/100 · Bike score: 28/100
There are no city bike-share stations located here, but residential streets have wide lanes suitable for casual riding, with nearby road access to McKinney Falls State Park trails.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Suburban community with violent crime rates significantly below Austin urban averages
- High rates of owner-occupied single-family homes and stable family households
- Immediate proximity to McKinney Falls State Park and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
- Active neighborhood association with private community amenities like pools and sports courts
Cons
- Opportunistic property crime such as vehicle break-ins and package theft does occur
- Completely car-dependent with virtually no walkable commercial corridors or dining options
- Close proximity to airport flight paths results in periodic aircraft noise
Homelessness: Homelessness is not visibly present within the interior residential streets of Moores Crossing. Any noticeable encampments or panhandling in the wider vicinity are restricted to major highway junctions along US-183 and SH-71.
What Moores Crossing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active with residents jogging, walking dogs, and commuting out to work or school.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet throughout the residential streets, with children playing in parks and yards.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet suburban atmosphere as residents return home; neighborhood streets feel generally safe to walk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very dark and low-traffic; largely safe, though standard suburban precautions regarding vehicle security apply.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit service provided by CapMetro is extremely limited inside the neighborhood, though Route 228 operates along nearby FM 812. There is no direct rail connection; the nearest CapMetro Rail station is downtown Austin, about 10 miles away.
Street parking is free and plentiful throughout the residential roads, alongside ample private driveway and garage parking.
Things to do in Moores Crossing
- Explore the hiking trails, limestone pools, and historic ruins at adjacent McKinney Falls State Park
- Spend an afternoon at Moores Crossing Neighborhood Park enjoying the playground and sports courts
- Take a short drive to the Roy Kizer and Jimmy Clay Municipal Golf Courses for a round of golf
Local favorites
- Taqueria Morales · Mexican Food Truck · 4.6★ (110)A popular neighborhood food truck serving authentic street tacos, tortas, and breakfast tacos.
- Morelia Mexican Grill · Mexican Restaurant · 4.3★ (1250)Casual, nearby neighborhood eatery offering generous plates of fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.
- Super Burrito · Fast-Casual Mexican · 4.4★ (320)A convenient spot along nearby FM 812 serving quick, hearty burritos and traditional Mexican specialties.
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Common questions about Moores Crossing
Is Moores Crossing safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Moores Crossing a good place to live?
On safety, Moores Crossing scores 75/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Moores Crossing?
Walk score 14/100 and bike score 28/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Moores Crossing are safer?
Stoney Ridge North (Austin) (80) score higher nearby.
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